misery bay provincial park

I recently discovered this park and its gorgeous views of islands and waters I have traveled by boat. The landscape is not made up or imagined, the photos are pretty close to doing this park justice. I recommend eating in Meldrum Bay prior to coming to this park, for the most part you have to go through Meldrum anyways and it helps to set the mind's eye for the views from this park. There are some good trails in the area be careful walking out on the rocks.

I have been thru this park a dozen times and it is a very nice time. There are several trails of various lengths and they are very well marked. Lots of free parking and the cost for park entry is right.(I think it was $2 to get in) there is an info centre with washrooms.Will be looking forward to the 2015 season

Stopped in and went for a hike down to the lake. Lots of unique flowers and plants along the way. A very quiet walk without the crowds. We stopped off at the visitor center when we finished and had a great conversation with the staff who were up from Ohio I think. The bugs were really not that bad in the early afternoon we didn't use repellant at all.

We have been to Misery Bay twice this summer..what a jewel in the already wonderful Manitoulin Island's crown.The hiking is very scenic..well marked trails...lovely spots for a quick swim. (Red trail)The staff is unbelievably helpful and friendly. Visitor is very interesting..lots of information to be found!They seem to be made up of mostly volunteers and went out of their way to research and help us answer a few questions.A lovely serene place. Looking forward to my visits next year!!

September 7 2014, we went to the park ,we hike the coastal alvar trail (red). I was wonderful well marked nice scenic view .Had lunch in the gazebo . I would recommend this hike even though it takes three hour. We got back late didn't get to see the visitor centre but it looked very interesting

Easy hike with and beautiful beach at the end. Hike out into the shallow water. Learn about the unique geography from the centre near the parking lot. Bring bug spray!

We visited Misery Bay Provincial Park twice during August 2014. The staff that greeted us were extremely helpful - especially the young man who is working there as a summer student. the entry fee is only $2 per person - a bargain.The trail system is excellent ranging from an easy 1.2km walk to the bay up to an 11k+ route that goes out to either point. The flora and fauna along the way are a nature lover's paradise. Also, there were several species of birds and butterflies. Our favourite siting was the monarch. If you are into geology, there are several unique features in this park.I suggest you plan for at least a 3 hour stay in the park which will give you enough opportunity to speak with the staff and hike the trails.A 'must do' if you are on Manitoulin Island.

This remote park on the south coast of Manitoulin Island, Ontario, is a Disneyland for nature lovers. Manitoulin Island, the world's largest freshwater island, is accessible by private boat, bridge (from the north), and ferry (from the south). There are many remarkable wonders to discover, Misery Bay among them. The alvar is a rare geological formation of limestone in great shelves of stone reminiscent of parking lots. The beautiful blue bay washes up onto the alvar which also supports many varieties of flora and fauna. It's great fun to walk on the alvar and look for fossils (please leave them in the park). You can swim and picnic as well. There are three well-marked hiking trails that take you from shore to woods, and eventually to the nature center where you'll find all sorts of educational and fun things to do and look at. Two staff members are available to answer questions. There is a minis use fee to enter this beautiful park.

This park has a beautiful, easy kilometre hike over fascinating terrain to the Bay. It is well worth a visit and the staff are very knowledgable and helpful. If you are interested in the geography of Canada, and the millions of years of history, you should not miss this park, magic.it cost $2.00. Abargain

It's a very interesting place to visit. Nice hiking on the rocks and cliffs (mainly), nice views. There are some signs missing on the main trails (yellow and red) and we couldn't do the loop, we had to use the same way yo come back.

The visitors centre has an amazing collection of fossils, and other items from the natural world of Manitoulin Island. The hike to the beach reconnects man to nature and restores the balance of the mind.

It is perfect....a little bit of everything, suited to everyone. It is one of many must-go places on Manitoulin Island.

About 8 hrs drive outside Toronto, a short journey to most Canadians, we rented a cottage for 1 week. 30 mins drive to nearest shop, I would strongly recommend hiring or bringing a car. Misery Bay is a fabulous place. there is a local museum and trails you can walk. Worth having a dip in Georges Bay which is the biggest fresh water Lake in the world.

We visited this attraction in July 2013. We had been recommended to it by a park ranger who was giving a talk, about Manatoulin Island, on the ferry over from Tobermory.The park was great, if a little buggy( but hey, this is Canada) and the conversations we had in the interpretive centre most interesting. The young rangers could not have been more helpful.

We walked the 'blue' trail in Misery Bay. It was very clearly marked and we got to see some great scenery and the geological features known as 'alvar' which were flat pavement like slabs of rock. There is a small visitor centre, with restrooms, though it has limited opening hours. There is a fee for usage, but I do not begrudge this as the trails were so well marked and maintained.